Master’s degree in social science or related field, Minimum of three years relevant experience, Background in leading research activities, Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative analysis, Experience in managing research projects.
Key responsabilities:
Support planning, execution, and delivery of research products
Collaborate with Monitoring, Evaluation Learning program
Advance leadership skills through coaching and mentoring
Foster a research culture within the organization
Act as a champion for IntraHealth Namibia's research agenda
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As the preeminent international service organization of the United States, the Peace Corps sends Americans with a passion for service abroad to work with communities and create lasting change. Volunteers develop sustainable solutions to address challenges in Education, Health, Economic Development, Agriculture, Environment and Youth Development. Through their Peace Corps experiences, Volunteers gain a unique cultural understanding and a lifelong commitment to service that positions them to succeed in today's global economy. Since President John F. Kennedy established the Peace Corps in 1961, more than 240,000 Americans of all ages have served in 142 countries worldwide.
IntraHealth Namibia (IHN) has requested the support of a Peace Corps Response Volunteer (PCRV) to serve as a Research Specialist. IHN has demonstrated experience achieving results under various health programs including HIV and TB programming, health information system strengthening, and human resources for health, among others. IHN has identified a need for additional support in planning, executing and delivering research products.
The PCRV will work in close collaboration with the Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning program and under the guidance of the Program Director to support all research undertakings, research leadership, management and research engagement activities. The PCRV will also provide support to the organization through advancing leadership skills, offering coaching and mentoring and will foster a research culture while and acting as champion for IntraHealth Namibia's research agenda.
Candidates selected for this position will be arriving in Namibia together as a group, so while the departure dates for the whole group could change, dates cannot be changed for individual candidates.
Required Skills
Master’s degree in a social science, international development, public health or related field
Minimum of three years relevant professional experience in the public health or international development.
Background in having worked in a position of leading research activities
Up-to-date knowledge of research methods and techniques
Demonstrated research experience in the public health sector
Demonstrated understanding of quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis
Experience of collecting data with people who may (or may not) be vulnerable
Skills in planning and coordinating research tasks
Literature searching and report writing skills
Competent in the use data analysis software both qualitative and statistical software Knowledge of data management processes such as anonymisation of interview transcripts
Experience of managing research projects and teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Evidence of the ability to collaborate actively within the NGO sector and externally to complete research projects and advance thinking
Ability to balance the pressures of research, administrative demands and competing deadlines
Living conditions
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Experience
Level of experience:Mid-level (2-5 years)
Industry :
Non-profit Organization - Charity
Spoken language(s):
English
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